Rosemary Arizola Chavez

Rosemary Arizola Chavez passed peacefully at home on September 5, 2022, surrounded by family. Born December 24, 1976, she was a special Christmas gift that was treasured for 45 years leaving a lifetime of sweet memories to keep in our hearts. She is survived by her loving parents, Frank G. Chavez and Oralia Chavez; brother, Frank A. Chavez, Jr.; sister, Deborah A. Garcia and husband Dr. Michael A. Garcia; sister, Rosalind A. Chavez; sister, Caroline A. Belmar and husband Eric K. Belmar; brother, Michael A. Chavez and wife Josie Chavez; brother Dennis A. Chavez and wife Melody Chavez; sister Yvonne A. Chavez-Cruz and husband Daniel G. Cruz, Jr.; 14 nephews and nieces; as well as 4 great nephews and 2 great nieces.

Early on she demonstrated a determined spirit that shined brightly and was an inspiration to those who knew her. As a graduate of John F. Kennedy High School, Class of 1994, she brought an entire audience to tears and subsequent standing ovation for her speech in front of the school board expressing gratitude to the teachers who helped shaped the accomplished young woman who stood before them.

To know Rosemary, was to love her. Rosemary lived her life every day with joy and loved spending time with her family. She was an avid artist who loved to paint and draw beautiful pictures and portraits. When Rosemary was not busy drawing, she was either singing, dancing, kickboxing, writing, learning Spanish or playing guitar. She was an accomplished young lady with many talents. She also enjoyed taking trips with her parents. Her favorite place to visit was Las Vegas, NV where lady luck was always on her side.

Rosemary will forever be remembered for her zeal for life and for doing the impossible. Her sense of humor was contagious and her sassy comebacks hard to forget. Her unforgettable smile and hugs will live in our hearts always. Rosemary was an incredible woman who lived her life to the fullest. She was loved and cherished by her family and touched the hearts of all those she crossed paths with. Now she is our angel in heaven watching over us.

A Few RequestsI went to be with the Lord and Heaven is like nothing I’ve ever seen,It is something beyond explaining; you can’t begin to imagine, think or dream.The Lord and I talked for a while and we went over my life story,How all the pieces fit together, and I marveled in the glory.Everything made sense and now I understood His perfect plan,“But I have a few requests Lord, if I possibly can,Pour your love and mercy on my family Father; for I know they are hurting so,They are filled with so much grief; it’s so hard to see me go.Wrap your loving arms around them and fill them with your peace,Let them know I am always with them and never let it cease.Talk with them about their lives and to live each day as it is their last,And to take any anger, resentment, or unforgiveness and leave it in the past.Tell them to love one another and to treasure the simple things in life,Like taking a walk, watching the sun come up, or go down at night.Tell them when they do these things to think of me andHow proud I am as I watch from above,At how the world is a better place now because of their love.Tell them to keep all our memories tucked away deep inside,And one day I will be here waiting, with my arms open wide.”